Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop Enters Partnership to be The Official Coffee of the Dayton Flyers

DAYTON, Ohio-Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop's Always Fresh premium blend coffee will be hot and ready for visitors to University of Dayton Arena by the next Men's basketball home game on December 17 against Florida International University.

Beginning at the start of the 2011-2012 season, Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop became the official coffee of Flyer Athletics and the official coffee served throughout all UD Arena vending locations.

"Since we started serving in Dayton more than 13 years ago, it was apparent how significant the University of Dayton's academics and athletic programs are to the fabric of this community," said Mike Meilleur, Tim Hortons Senior Vice President of U.S. Operations. "We are thrilled to be a part of the people of Dayton's mornings, as well as their days and evenings cheering on the Flyers."

Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop entered the Dayton market in 1998. The restaurant chain has approximately 20 restaurant locations throughout metro Dayton and the surrounding areas.

"We are extremely fortunate and excited to partner with a very strong brand in Tim Hortons.  Their quality products are a perfect fit for our Arena and fans," said Dave Harper, Associate Vice President for Athletics. "Their commitment to the Dayton community is apparent and we look forward to building the brand association between us."

The average annual attendance at UD Arena is around 260,000 with more than 250 Business Season Ticket Holders. The arena seats 13,409 and is host to both Men's and Women's NCAA basketball, Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) basketball games and non-sporting events.

About Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop
Tim Hortons is one of the largest publicly-traded restaurant chains in North America based on market capitalization. Operating in the quick service segment of the restaurant industry, Tim Hortons appeals to a broad range of consumer tastes, with a menu that includes premium coffee, espresso-based specialty coffees including lattes, cappuccinos and espresso shots, specialty teas, home-style soups, fresh sandwiches, wraps, hot breakfast sandwiches and fresh baked goods, including our trademark donuts. As of October 2, 2011, Tim Hortons had 645 restaurants in the United States and 3,871 restaurants systemwide. For more information, visit www.timhortons.com.

About University of Dayton
The University of Dayton is a top-tier Catholic university with offerings from the undergraduate to the doctoral levels. The University is a diverse community committed, in the Marianist tradition, to educating the whole person and to linking learning and scholarship with leadership and service.

Media Contacts:

Brynn Burton
Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop
Manager, Public Relations U.S.
Phone: 614-356-3942
Email: burton_brynn@timhortons.com

Doug Hauschild
University of Dayton Athletics
Director of Athletics Communications
937-229-4340
dhauschild1@udayton.edu

Robby Poteat
University of Dayton Athletics
Assistant Athletic Director, Corporate Development
937-229-5207
Rpoteat1@udayton.edu

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